10 hours ago
After string of fires, mayor and chief take safety to the street
Firefighters passed out free smoke detectors and fire safety information after multiple fires in Jacksonville over five days.…
13 hours ago
V Pizza cooks up a new crust after complaints
V Pizza said customers have complained for years that its crust is not firm enough.…
14 hours ago
Hello, Avelo: Jax adds airline with flights to New Haven
Avelo Airlines will offer nonstop service between Jacksonville and Tweed-New Haven Airport on Friday and Mondays.…
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14 hours ago
It’ll be Ole Miss and Duke in the Taxslayer Gator Bowl
This will be the first time these teams have met and Duke’s first appearance in the Gator Bowl.…
15 hours ago
Is there a Christmas tree crisis after 2024 hurricane season?
Many of Florida’s Christmas trees come from the Carolinas, which were devastated by Hurricane Helene.…
16 hours ago
A citrus comeback is budding in North Florida
Warmer temperatures and new technologies are helping a citrus industry born in St. Augustine.…
December 6, 2024
NoCo Center could become apartments and grocery
A 16-story apartment building and grocery store could replace the former First Baptist Church main auditorium, now called NoCo Center.…
December 6, 2024
Scammers want to make your holidays less merry
The FBI warns people to be careful of spoof charities and hurricane recovery scams.…
December 6, 2024
Maple Street co-founder has a new idea: Breakfast tacos
After selling Maple Street Biscuit Co. for $36 million, Scott Moore is planning Calico Cactus, A Modern Taco Shop.…
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December 6, 2024
Cold front arrives in North Florida; warmup to follow
The cold front will bring temperatures near freezing from the Panhandle to Jacksonville.…
December 5, 2024
Removed Douglas Anderson teacher was accused of sex with 14-year-old
Previously unreported records explain the circumstances surrounding Corey Thayer’s removal.…
December 5, 2024
Jumbo Shrimp’s stadium now called VyStar Ballpark
The ballpark’s new name is a result of VyStar’s merger with 121 Financial Credit Union.…
December 5, 2024
UNF gets federal grant to restore national park shorelines
A nearly $800,000 grant from the National Park Service will help UNF restore the shoreline at three parks in Florida…
December 5, 2024
Proposed law would restrict development in state parks
The legislation would prohibit development like the lodge and pickleball courts once proposed at Anastasia State Park in St. Johns…
December 5, 2024
New Mini Market caters to Downtown crowd
The Mini Market sells snacks, gifts, groceries and more to meet the needs of Downtown workers.…
December 5, 2024
Florida’s property insurance market is rebounding
Changes to Florida laws are working as intended to bring the property insurance market back from the brink of collapse.…
December 4, 2024
Jacksonville volunteers welcome Gazan boy receiving medical treatment after bombing
In addition to Tuesday’s arrival in Jacksonville, the nonprofit HEAL Palestine has brought Gazan children to Chicago, Dallas, San Francisco,…
December 4, 2024
Fallen firefighters honored, as one name is added to memorial
Fire Engineer Heath O’Shea was among 26 firefighters remembered during Fallen Firefighter Memorial Day.…
December 4, 2024
Experts say UF meetings violated Sunshine Law
The UF board of trustees has met repeatedly in private settings where the public was not allowed to attend.…
December 4, 2024
Two riverfront restaurants marketed at Four Seasons site
Colliers is promoting the Marina Restaurant and the Cafe on the Green at the Four Seasons Hotel & Residences.…
December 4, 2024
Residents prevail in fight against Pondry development
A City Council committee voted against rezoning the former Allstate Campus to develop The Pondry residences and offices.…
December 4, 2024
Federal judge will consider social media rules for minors
Starting Jan. 1, kids 13 and under will no longer be able to have a profile on certain social media…
December 4, 2024
ARTS PICKS | Dec. 6-8
A storytelling competition, free concert Downtown, a local makers’ market, and free Flamenco fusion concert at the Beaches are this…
December 3, 2024
Women’s pro soccer arrives in Jacksonville
Jacksonville’s first professional women’s sports team — the Sporting Jax soccer club — will kick off in August 2025.…
December 3, 2024
Stuck at a stoplight? Outdated traffic signals might be why
A new study concludes that delays at traffic signals cause congestion and accidents, harm the environment and endanger pedestrians.…
December 3, 2024
FPL will increase bills to cover $1.2B in hurricane costs
The Florida Public Service Commission gave FPL approval to raise bills about $12 per month for the average customer.…
December 3, 2024
St. Johns pledges $2.2M for ‘all-inclusive’ playground
The Diamond of Dreams playground will be only the second in the county designed for children with disabilities.…
December 3, 2024
Feeding Florida food banks seek help from lawmakers
Food banks, including Feeding Northeast Florida, want to expand a program that pays farmers to send them excess food.…
December 3, 2024
Live Local Act is falling short on affordable housing
The law, enacted a year ago, may not be helping many public servants obtain affordable housing.…
December 3, 2024
Boeing to lay off 30 people in Jacksonville
Statewide, Boeing plans to lay off 141 employees as it cuts its global workforce by 10%.…
December 2, 2024
FDOT seeks feedback on I-95 widening near Downtown
Two public meetings are scheduled to discuss the I-95 widening from near Kings Road to Interstate 10.…
December 2, 2024
Hamburger Mary’s to open in Murray Hill in December
The original Jacksonville location of Hamburger Mary’s was destroyed in a fire in October 2023.…
December 1, 2024
Duval Schools recognized as ‘System of Distinction’ for academic progress
Duval Schools received the award during the district’s recent reaccreditation review.…
November 27, 2024
St. Johns County eases public comment at meetings
The St. Johns County Commission will take public comment earlier in meetings beginning Tuesday.…
November 27, 2024
Cummer Museum will reopen gardens on Friday
The gardens at the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens closed after three straight hurricanes.…
November 27, 2024
ARTS PICKS | Nov. 29 – Dec. 1
Shopping for locally made goods, an art gallery brunch tour, and jazz at Jacksonville Beach are the Thanksgiving week Arts…
November 27, 2024
Monkey in the trees: A mystery in Orange Park
The monkey has been spotted scurrying around the Reserve at Orange Park apartments on Wells Road.…
November 26, 2024
Steakhouse to open in Jacobs Jewelers space Downtown
Oak Steakhouse will open in the Greenleaf & Crosby Building at Laura and Adams streets in Downtown Jacksonville.…
November 26, 2024
Bonuses for mosquito control board may have been improper
The board of the Anastasia Mosquito Control District has given itself bonuses for at least six years, including $1,000 the…
November 26, 2024
Sporting Jax to merge with area’s largest youth soccer club
Florida Elite Soccer Academy and Sporting Jax announced the two organizations will merge in 2025.…
November 26, 2024
State Sen. Randy Fine seeks to replace U.S. Rep Mike Waltz
With the backing of President-elect Donald Trump, state Sen. Randy Fine said Tuesday he will run for a congressional seat…
November 26, 2024
Strings Sports Brewery nears opening in Jax Beach
If all goes well, Strings could open Wednesday at 1618 Penman Road, its second location.…